Utawad - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Utawad is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Utawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utawad is 477243. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.37 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Utawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utawad
As per Census 2011, Utawad village has a total population of 1,311 people, consisting of 691 males and 620 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 414 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,311 | 691 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 229 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 420 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 271 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Utawad
Utawad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Utawad
Utawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Utawad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Utawad is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Utawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Utawad
Where is Utawad located?
Utawad village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utawad?
Utawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utawad?
The pincode of Utawad is 451228.
What is the population of Utawad?
Utawad has a total population of 1,311, including 691 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Utawad?
There are 275 households in Utawad.
What is the literacy rate in Utawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utawad is 49.35%. Male literacy is 60.78% and female literacy is 36.61%.